EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 10 MIN
THURSDAY 01/29/26: Kansas City families struggle to find child care
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Finding affordable, quality childcare that fits their schedule feels like an impossible task for many parents. Hear from Kansas City parents who are navigating the workforce and raising young children.High costs, limited hours and long waitlists are just some of the challenges that Kansas City parents face when they try to access early education care for their children. KCUR’s Jodi Fortino introduces us to two mothers, the difficulties they face raising young children and possible solutions to the child care crisis.Contact the show at [email protected]. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news.Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Madeline Fox and Emily Younker.You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.
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Finding affordable, quality childcare that fits their schedule feels like an impossible task for many parents. Hear from Kansas City parents who are navigating the workforce and raising young children. High costs, limited hours and long waitlists are just some of the challenges that Kansas City parents face when they try to access early education care for their children. KCUR’s Jodi Fortino introduces us to two mothers, the difficulties they face raising young children and possible solutions to the child care crisis. Contact the show at [email protected]. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Madeline Fox and Emily Younker. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.
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THURSDAY 01/29/26: Kansas City families struggle to find child care
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